The Rebel Perspective

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Most organisations don't struggle because they lack talented people or a strategy. They struggle because outdated thinking, slow decisions and organisational friction get in the way of progress. The Rebel Perspective is a podcast for leaders who believe there's a better way to build modern organisations. Hosted by PerfectRebel, each episode explores how today's leaders are challenging convention, embracing change and delivering Better, Faster Outcomes. We sit down with CEOs, transformation leaders, operators and change-makers to uncover what's really working in a world being reshaped by technology, AI and rising expectations. Expect honest conversations, practical lessons and fresh perspectives from people doing the work, not just talking about it. No hype. No transformation theatre. No silver bullets. Just real stories, hard-earned lessons and actionable ideas to help you lead with confidence and build an organisation ready for what's next. Ready to think differently? Join the rebellion

  1. Aug 31

    Everyone wants agility. Here’s why you shouldn’t start. With Jawaz Illavia.

    Agile transformation has become corporate theatre. Buy the software. Roll out the framework. Rename a few teams. Put “agile” in everyone's job description. Then act surprised when the organisation still takes six months to make a decision. You have to buy into this, no half measures. It’s time to put your career on the line. JP and Neil take a hard look at why enterprise agility should not be your starting point with Jawaz Illavia, founder of the Sandbox Hour. You don't have an agile organisation. You have an old operating model wearing an agile T-shirt. And AI is about to make that painfully obvious. Because AI isn't just another technology to bolt onto the business. It rewards organisations that can make decisions, experiment, learn and change direction quickly, all while exposing those still trapped in bureaucracy and endless sign-off. We also explore Jawaz's work with Sandbox Hour, helping people stop endlessly consuming AI content and actually build something useful with it in a short, focused session. In this episode: Why “going agile” is often the wrong place to startHow leadership can kill agility without even realising itWhy decision rights matter more than agile frameworksHow funding models quietly sabotage transformationWhy you can't make a dysfunctional system agile by changing the terminologyHow AI is exposing the difference between adaptable organisations and bureaucratic onesWhy consuming endless AI content isn't the same as doing anything with AIWhat has to change before an organisation can genuinely move fasterIf your organisation can't make decisions, move money or give people permission to act, don't call it agile. Call it what it is. Resources mentioned https://www.linkedin.com/in/jawaz/ https://www.sandboxhour.com/ Join the rebellion. https://perfectrebel.com/ If this episode challenged your perspective, don't keep it to yourself. Follow The Rebel Perspective, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who believes leadership is about more than keeping up with technology, it's about shaping the future with courage, curiosity, and humanity.

  2. Aug 3

    AI Is Getting Smarter. Are Our Leaders? Inside Leading with Humanity in an AI World

    Everyone's talking about AI. But very few are talking about what it means to be human living next to this tech. As artificial intelligence reshapes the way we work, the biggest challenge isn't the technology, it's the leadership behind it. The old playbook of relying on experience, hierarchy, and control is almost obsolete. Avril Chester joins JP and Neil to talk about a new book that she has curated; Leading with Humanity in an AI World. It has 30 authors (including JP and Neil) and challenges the conventional wisdom around AI and leadership. Arguing that the future belongs to leaders who are willing to question assumptions, rethink how organisations operate, and put humanity at the centre of innovation. This isn't a conversation about fearing AI or blindly embracing it. It's about leading with courage, ethics, and purpose in a world that's changing faster than ever. Strap in for: The myth that more technology automatically creates better organisationsWhy experience alone is no longer enough to lead through disruptionWhat responsible AI leadership actually looks like in practiceWhat IKEA can teach us about combining AI with human expertiseHow businesses can embrace AI without sacrificing trust, creativity, or human connectionAvril's framework for navigating AI with ethics, wisdom, and accountabilityThe role of digital inclusion in ensuring AI benefits everyone, not just a select fewHow AI should amplify human potential, not replace itThe Rebel Perspective The future doesn't belong to organisations with the most advanced AI. It belongs to those with the courage to use it responsibly. Because leadership has never been about having the latest tools—it's about making the right decisions when the answers aren't obvious. Resources mentioned Leading with Humanity in an AI World https://www.linkedin.com/in/avrilchester/?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_detail_base%3BmlP6C2ikShSC2738XuOBNA%3D%3DSimPal – https://simpal.orgCancer Central – https://cancercentral.orgConnect with Avril LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/avrilchesterJoin the rebellion. https://perfectrebel.com/ If this episode challenged your perspective, don't keep it to yourself. Follow The Rebel Perspective, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who believes leadership is about more than keeping up with technology, it's about shaping the future with courage, curiosity, and humanity.

  3. Jul 3

    Agility Didn’t Fail. Leadership Did. Lessons on how to become an Adaptive Leader with Giles Lindsay

    Agility. It gets talked about like every CEO is great at it, but are frameworks, perfection, and stale visions butchering it? JP and Neil sit down with agility heavyweight Giles Lindsay to tear into why most “agile transformations” stall, spin, or flat-out fail. Spoiler: it’s the leadership. This is a no-nonsense conversation about habit change, not process change. About why command-and-control kills speed, why trust beats oversight every time and why slapping agile labels on old behaviours just creates faster dysfunction. Giles pulls from years in the trenches (and his books) to lay out what real agility demands: leaders who show up, let go, and stop punishing people for learning out loud. What you’ll get from this episode: Why frameworks don’t fix fear-based leadershipThe leadership habits that make or break agilityHow trust and autonomy actually create speedWhy mistakes are the price of progressThe non-negotiables leaders can’t dodge anymoreIf your organisation talks agile but still runs on approval, control, and heroics, this episode is for you. Brace yourself. Then hit play. Join the rebellion. https://perfectrebel.com/

  4. May 28

    Break Your Operating Model (Before It Breaks You) How to build an adaptive operating model that actually ships value

    Everyone wants Silicon Valley results, but do you want the Silicon Valley accountability? JP and Neil sit down with Nuno Miller to dismantle the myths around innovation, agility, and “becoming more like Silicon Valley.” If you’re expecting beanbags, frameworks or re-organisations, you’ve come to the wrong place. Nuno breaks down what actually makes high-performing organisations move fast: autonomy over control, cross-functional teams over silos, and looking at failure as a productive process. They explore why most agile transformations are actually just command-and-control habits dressed up in modern language and why empowerment without accountability is… simply chaos. This is a practical conversation for CEOs and senior leaders who say they want change but aren’t sure what they’re actually signing up for. Inside this episode: Why autonomy beats oversight (when it’s done properly)How cross-functional teams accelerate real decision makingThe non-negotiables of successful transformationWhy celebrating intelligent failure fuels growthWhat leaders must let go of to gain speedHow starting small creates visible, contagious changeAgility isn’t a framework. It’s a leadership choice. If you want Silicon Valley pace without losing your soul, or your people, press play now. Join the rebellion. https://perfectrebel.com/

  5. Apr 23

    The AI Bulletin with Dr Christoph Burtscher: The 90 day CEO decision. Stop wasting money on AI.

    If your AI strategy sounds impressive but delivers nothing… this episode’s for you. This episode is all about what’s happening with AI right now. It’s the first of these episodes that we’ll be releasing quarterly. We’re cutting through the AI hype cycle and getting brutally honest about what it really takes to make this stuff work inside an organisation. Because here’s the reality: AI isn’t magic. And if you don’t know what decisions to make, or worse, you automate the wrong things, you’re not transforming your business. You’re just accelerating the chaos. No fluff. No vendor pitch decks. Just real talk. JP and Neil are joined by Dr Christoph Burtscher They get into: Why most AI strategies fail before they even startThe difference between generative AI and agentic AI (and why it matters more than you think)How to set proper guardrails before your organisation goes rogue with AI toolsWhat CEOs actually need to decide in the first 90 daysHow human roles evolve when digital workers enter the mixThe uncomfortable truths: Don’t believe the hype about AI.Define your rules of engagement first.”“Automating a bad process makes it worse.”AI isn’t a technology problem it’s a leadership problem. If you don’t rethink decision-making, governance, and how your organisation operates, AI won’t save you. It’ll expose you. So the question is: Are you using AI to transform your business… or just to speed up your existing dysfunction? Press play. Let’s find out. https://perfectrebel.com/

  6. Mar 6

    Lead Like a Rebel: Why Great Leaders WANT Their Teams to Push Back with CEO, Jesper With-Fogstrup

    As a leader, do you feel like it’s your job is to have the answers? It’s not. It’s to remove the obstacles. JP and Neil sit down with Jesper With-Fogstrup, CEO of Moneypenny, to talk about what inspirational leadership actually looks like when you strip away the clichés. Jesper is clear: leadership isn’t about control it’s about unblocking. It’s about creating the conditions where teams can challenge you, disagree with you, and still move fast together. He says 10% of your team’s job should be disagreeing with you. Jesper also argues that vague objectives kill momentum, and that accountability without trust is just disguised micromanagement. This is a conversation about clarity, courage, and the discipline of execution. In this episode: Why a leader’s real job is to remove frictionHow structured disagreement strengthens performanceWhy specificity beats vision statements every timeThe power of cross-functional alignmentIf you’re still trying to inspire people with slogans instead of structure, this one might sting. Press play. Unblock your team. Join the rebellion. https://perfectrebel.com/

  7. Feb 10

    When Boards Aren’t Aligned, Strategy Fails. Paul Kendrick on Purpose, Priorities, and Execution

    Digital transformation doesn’t fail because of technology. It fails because leaders don’t align. JP and Neil sit down with Paul Kendrick, whose career spans travel, digital transformation, and large-scale change. They strip back the hype around AI, innovation, and “future-ready” strategies to focus on what actually drives results: customer outcomes, board alignment, and empowered teams. This is a grounded, no-nonsense conversation about why purpose matters, why short-term thinking kills progress, and how urgency, when used well, can unlock real momentum. You’ll hear about: Why AI should support people, not replace themHow misaligned boards quietly sabotage transformationThe real cost of short-termismWhat it takes to build a culture that can actually changePress play. Or keep pretending it’s a tech problem. Join the conversation: https://perfectrebel.com/

  8. Jan 13

    Why Your Purpose is Probably Broken (and How to Fix It) with Norma Dove-Edwin

    Purpose gets talked about endlessly. Very few leaders know how to use it. JP and Neil are joined by Norma Dove-Edwin who has worked at some of the biggest companies on the planet; Shell, BP, British American Tobacco and HSBC. This is a no-theory conversation about what purpose really means inside organisations, and why it so often fails to land. This isn’t about bullsh*t mission statements or corporate slogans. It’s about clarity, consistency, and the leadership behaviours that either bring purpose to life or quietly undermine it. If you’re navigating change, disengagement, or uncertainty, this episode is a reality check. What you’ll learn: Why organisational purpose often lacks clarityHow leaders keep purpose relevant, not performativeThe hidden dangers of hero cultureWhy purpose must align with strategyHow empathy supports change and engagementWhat leaders owe their teams in moments of ambiguityPress play and lead with purpose, not ego. Join the conversation: https://perfectrebel.com/

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Most organisations don't struggle because they lack talented people or a strategy. They struggle because outdated thinking, slow decisions and organisational friction get in the way of progress. The Rebel Perspective is a podcast for leaders who believe there's a better way to build modern organisations. Hosted by PerfectRebel, each episode explores how today's leaders are challenging convention, embracing change and delivering Better, Faster Outcomes. We sit down with CEOs, transformation leaders, operators and change-makers to uncover what's really working in a world being reshaped by technology, AI and rising expectations. Expect honest conversations, practical lessons and fresh perspectives from people doing the work, not just talking about it. No hype. No transformation theatre. No silver bullets. Just real stories, hard-earned lessons and actionable ideas to help you lead with confidence and build an organisation ready for what's next. Ready to think differently? Join the rebellion

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  • Creator
    PerfectRebel
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
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